Montsalier

Departement of the Alpes de Haute Provence - Pop.: 100 inh.

 puce Via the D5 linking Banon and Simiane.
Montsalier, the village


Montsalier is a beautiful village situated on "la route de la lavande" between Banon (famous for its packaged goats cheese) and Simiane (a superb village classified amongst France's "cités et villages de caractère").



Montsalier, square and stone houses


The village is at the foot of a forest-clad hill, surrounded by fields of lavender and farmland.

You can happlily stroll around the narrow streets of Montsalier where the houses have harmoniously faded to various shades of ochre.


Montsalier, bell tower and cock

Some ancient dovecotes are attached to the houses, lending much charm to the village.

Visitors can also walk to the village next to Montsalier, known as "Vieux Montsalier", which was deserted during World War 1.


Montsalier, stone house



This site is on a ridge surrounded by the magnificent countryside of the "plateau d'Albion".


You will also discover the ruins of houses, a restored Roman church and several windmills.




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puce What to see:

Ruins of Vieux Montsalier.
Windmills along the Lauzo riverbanks.
Jacons hamlet.

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puce Leisure activities:

Hiking. mountain-biking.

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puce Accommodation:

Bed and breakfast.
Holiday rentals.

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puce Neighbouring towns and villages:

Banon (5km), Simiane la Rotonde (7km).

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